Munnar Excursions

There
are many places to see near Munnar. Though Munnar is itself a beautiful
place, the excursions from Munnar take you to lesser known places
around, which are mostly unexplored by tourists. Munnar excursions are
an ideal way to get away from the maddening crowd. So check out the list
of places given below that surround Munnar and are an ideal getaway for
a weekend.

Devikulam
This beautiful hill station is located at a distance of 7 kilometers
and is known for its beautiful lawns and rare flora and fauna. There is
a lake known as Sita Devi Lake, which is a popular picnic spot.

Attukal
Located at a distance of about 9 kilometers from Munnar, Attukal
provides beautiful scenery of stunning waterfalls and lush green hills.
Attukal is usually visited for trekking excursions.

Chithirapuram
Chithirapuram is located at a distance of 10 kilometers from Munnar and
has a world of its own. Chithirapuram still exudes an old world charm
with its old styled bungalows, cottages and tennis courts. It is famous
for its tea gardens and Pallyvasal Hydel Power Project.

Nyayamakad
Nyayamakad is located at a distance of about 10 kilometers from Munnar.
Nyayamakad is famous for its cascading waterfalls that fall from a
height of around 1600 meters. The scenic environs make an ideal place
for trekking and picnic.

Pothamedu
Pothamedu is situated at a distance of 6 kilometers from Munnar. This
lush green area is famous for its cardamom, tea and coffee plantations.
The zigzag mountainous roads make an excellent place for long walks in
the lap of nature.